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Meaning of the Flag Draped Coffin |
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All Americans should be given this lesson. Those
who think that America is an arrogant nation should
really reconsider that thought.
Our founding fathers used GOD's word and teachings to
establish our Great Nation. This is a critical time for
American and Americans must re-educate themselves about
the precious traditions of this Nation's history.
Please pass this along. Please be proud of the country
we live in and even more proud and reverant of those who
serve to protect our 'GOD GIVEN' rights and freedoms.
Take
the time to read this. Understand what the flag
draped coffin really means. Here is how to understand
the flag that laid upon it and is surrendered to so
many widows and widowers.
Do you know that at military funerals, the 21-gun
salute stands for the sum of the numbers in the year
1776? |
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Have you ever noticed the honor guard pays meticulous
attention to correctly folding the United States of
America Flag13 times? You probably thought it was to
symbolize the original 13 colonies, but we learn
something new every day!
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The 1st fold of the flag is a symbol of
life. |
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The 2nd fold is a symbol of the belief in eternal life. |
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The 3rd fold is made in honor and remembrance of the
veterans departing the ranks who gave a portion of
their lives for the defense of the country to attain
peace throughout the world. |
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The 4th fold represents the weaker nature, for as
American citizens trusting in God, it is to Him we turn
in times of peace as well as in time of war for His
divine guidance. |
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The 5th fold is a tribute to the country, for in the
words of Stephen Decatur, 'Our Country, in dealing with
other countries, may she always be right; but it is
still our country, right or wrong.' |
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The 6th fold is for where people's hearts lie. It is
with their heart that they pledge allegiance to the flag
of the United States Of America, and the Republic for
which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with
Liberty and Justice for all. |
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The 7th fold is a tribute to its Armed Forces, for it is
through the Armed Forces that they protect their
country and their flag against all her enemies, whether
they be found within or without the boundaries of their
republic. |
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The 8th fold is a tribute to the one who entered into
the valley of the shadow of death, that we might see the
light of day. |
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The 9th fold is a tribute to womanhood, and Mothers.
For it has been through their faith, their love, loyalty
and devotion that the character of the men and women who
have made this country great has been molded. |
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The 10th fold is a tribute to the father, for he, too,
has given his sons and daughters for the defense of
their country since they were first born. |
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The 12th fold represents an emblem of eternity and
glorifies, in the Christians eyes, God the Father,
the Son and Holy Spirit. |
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The 13th fold, or when the flag is completely folded,
the stars are uppermost reminding them of their nations
motto, 'In God We Trust.' |
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After the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it
takes on the appearance of a cocked hat, ever reminding
us of the soldiers who served under General George
Washington, and the Sailors and Marines who served under
Captain John Paul Jones, who were followed by their
comrades and shipmates in the Armed Forces of the United
States, preserving for them the rights, privileges
and freedoms they enjoy today. |
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There are some traditions and ways of doing things that
have deep meaning. In the future, you'll see
flags folded and now you will know why.
Please share this with the children you love and all
others who love what is referred to, the symbol of '
Liberty and Freedom.' |
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Perhaps the Supreme Court should read this explanation
before they render their decision on the Pledge of
Allegiance. Keep forwarding this in emails, in letters
and make a page on your website to revere our troops,
our flag, our country and our God.
It may be your posting that someone with political power
or financial influence will see and it will make the
difference to turn the ship of state around ... heading
it back to God's law. |
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| Posted 03/21/2011 |
